FCSS Funded Community Programs

The FCSS Program, part of St. Albert’s Community Services Department, is a partnership between municipalities/Métis Settlements and the Province of Alberta in the delivery of preventive social service programs. Municipalities receive funding from the Province through the Ministry of Human Resources; these funds help to deliver programs at the community level through locally determined methods.

Assistance and support for individuals 50+ to identify and access available community resources. Information, assistance and referrals for financial and housing options, completion of forms, advance care planning, elder abuse information and support, social and recreation opportunities and accessing persoanl care, respite and community services.

Violence affects the health of students in schools and inhibits schools accomplishing their primary mission of education. The SAIF Education Program is designed to increase awareness and to curb violent and intimidating behaviours among students through interactive workshops incorporating videos, games, role-playing and discussions.